Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Budapest Starting at $201

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Budapest

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Budapest. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$201

Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines
1 transfer
16h 20m
06/05/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai to Budapest departs on 06/05/2025, is operated by Hainan Airlines and costs $201

Cheapest round trip flight

$469

China Southern Airlines
China Southern Airlines
1 transfer
2d 0h 40m
05/16/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Shanghai to Budapest departs on 05/16/2025, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $469

The fastest flight

14h 25m

Fastest flight from Shanghai to Budapest takes 14h 25m

Direct flights

No direct flights

There are no direct flights on this route.

Earliest flight

1:50 AM

Latest flight

1:50 AM

Direct flights count

12

Distance

8345km

Timezone difference

7h

The distance between Shanghai and Budapest is 8345km (5174 miles). There are 12 direct flights from Shanghai to Budapest. The time difference between Shanghai and Budapest is 7h . Flights from Shanghai begin at 1:50 AM. The latest flight from Shanghai departs at 1:50 AM.

Airfare from Shanghai to Budapest by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Budapest

May 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$219
October 2025
Highest price
on average:
$453
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Shanghai — Budapest route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Starting at $264

Starting at $296

Starting at $331

Starting at $336

Starting at $359

Direct Flights from Shanghai to Budapest

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Shanghai to Budapest, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

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SHABUD

05/12/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

China Eastern Airlines

MU8639

Starting at $524

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

05/14/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $441

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

05/15/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

China Eastern Airlines

MU8639

Starting at $445

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

05/28/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $467

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

06/01/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $548

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

06/04/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $577

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

06/06/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $601

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

06/29/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $578

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

07/19/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

China Eastern Airlines

MU8639

Starting at $701

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ShanghaiBudapest

SHABUD

07/28/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Shanghai Airlines

FM869

Starting at $752

Schedule of direct flights from Shanghai to Budapest

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Shanghai to Budapest:

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Shanghai airports overview

SHA
China Southern Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$295
Starting at
$339-48%
on average
PVG
+5
Juneyao Airlines
China Southern Airlines
Hainan Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$201
Starting at
$501
on average

Budapest airports overview

BUD
+4
Gulf Air
China Southern Airlines
Hainan Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$201
Starting at
$471
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Budapest?

The cheapest flight ticket from Shanghai to Budapest according to data for the last 48 hours costs $201

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Shanghai — Budapest?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Shanghai to Budapest is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Shanghai to Budapest?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Shanghai to Budapest can be found flying in these months: May, June, August.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Budapest?

The fastest flights from Shanghai to Budapest start from 14 hours 25 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Shanghai to Budapest?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Shanghai — Budapest: China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Shanghai to Budapest

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

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